SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher - Secondary SEN School - Bolton

Start Date: Tuesday 2nd September 2025

Are you a passionate, dedicated, and qualified SEN Teacher looking for a truly rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on young people's lives? We are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teacher to join our supportive team at a Secondary SEN School in Bolton, ready for the new academic year in September.

About the Role:

As an SEN Teacher, you will be instrumental in planning, preparing, and delivering engaging and differentiated lessons to secondary students with a range of Special Educational Needs. You will foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their academic, social, and emotional potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons across relevant subjects, tailored to the diverse needs of students with SEN.

• Assess and monitor student progress effectively, providing constructive feedback and implementing appropriate support strategies.

• Develop, implement, and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students, ensuring they meet their learning goals.

• Create a positive, safe, and nurturing classroom environment that promotes engagement, self-esteem, and positive behaviour.

• Collaborate closely with Teaching Assistants, other teaching staff, parents, and external specialists (e.g., therapists, educational psychologists) to ensure holistic student support.

• Manage classroom dynamics effectively, utilizing positive behaviour management techniques.

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the school's SEN provision and curriculum.

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate effectively with parents/carers.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Proven experience teaching students with Special Educational Needs at the secondary level.

• A strong understanding of a variety of SEN (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Moderate/Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, communication difficulties).

• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate students.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong rapport with students, staff, and parents.

• Patience, resilience, and a creative approach to overcoming learning barriers.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable:

• Additional qualifications or training in Special Educational Needs (e.g., NASENCo, or a postgraduate certificate/diploma in SEN).

• Experience with specific teaching methodologies or interventions for SEN (e.g., PECS, Makaton, Team Teach).

• Experience in a specialist SEN school setting.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and the school's pay scale (e.g., Main Pay Range to Upper Pay Scale, plus SEN allowance).

• A profound opportunity to make a tangible and lasting difference in young people's lives.

• A supportive, collaborative, and dedicated team environment within a specialist school.

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training specific to SEN.

• A rewarding and impactful career path starting this September.

To Apply:

If you are a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher ready to take on a highly rewarding role from September, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your CV